FastLane: Patio party - buy tickets now!

Patio Season has arrived, let's take networking outside!
It's time to sit back, relax and get to know one another. Join us at Ultra Supper Club for cocktails, snacks and good conversation.

Hidden behind the "ornate red doors" at Queen and Soho, Ultra, the new evolution of Ultra Supper Club - continues it's celebrated reputation for dining, cocktails, socializing and stargazing, recently reinterpreted for its ever-evolving clientele. Gracious is the new glamour...style is the new fashion. Socializing is wistful not work fuelled and hobnobbing is simply great time with cool friends.

Guests will be entertained by the live magician Dan Trommater, have the opportunity to do a henna tattoo by the artist Nadia and have great pictures taken by Anthony Parazzo.

Date: Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
Time: 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Location: Ultra Supper Club
314 Queen Street West, Toronto

For tickets please click here, or call 416-551-0251.
*Your ticket includes complimentary beverage, hors d'oeuvres, a gift bag and the chance to win door prizes.

On-line Advance: $25 each
At the door: $35
Group Ticket Rate: Buy 4 tickets and get the 5th FREE!
Corporate Group: Purchase 5 tickets (admit 5) to 5 different FastLane events for $450.

Hope to see you there!
Renata Altrão & The Gatherings Team

"Through the Garden Gate" tour this weekend!

Toronto Botanical Garden committee and Gatherings Event Planning is organizing the event "Through the Garden Gate" that will be held this weekend, June 20 & 21, 2010.

Through the Garden Gate, now in its 23rd year, is an annual garden tour organized by the Toronto Botanical Garden. Each year the tour highlights a different Toronto neighbourhood, and we are excited to have chosen 26 private gardens in THE BEACH to showcase this year.

A comprehensive garden guide outlining the unique features of each garden is provided and Toronto Master Gardeners will be located in each garden to answer questions and identify plant material. Complimentary shuttle buses continuously drive the route, giving participants the option to "hop on and hop off" at each of the gardens.

Headquarters located at:
Neil McNeil High School
127 Victoria Park Ave., Toronto, ON
(Kingston Rd. & Victoria Park Ave.)

TICKETS ON SALE
One-day Pass: Public $40; TBG members $35
Two-day Pass: Public $50; TBG members $45
(tickets are limited, advance purchase recommended)

Includes: Comprehensive Garden Guide, access to 26 beautiful private gardens and complimentary shuttle service throughout the day.

PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
416-551-0241 or buy tickets online

Read more here. "Tour shines spotlight on Beach's bountiful gardens."

Donkey Day this Sunday!

Donkey Day is the annual fundraiser of The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada and is being held on June 13^th, 2010 from 11am to 4pm. Gatherings is helping them to organize the event and all logistics.

The DSC is a registered charity. Since 1992 it has provided a lifelong home to donkeys and mules that have been abused, neglected or were no longer wanted. Along with being the site for this ongoing animal care, the Sanctuary Farm, with its rejuvenated wetlands and forests, serves as a backdrop for interactive humane education programs that promote the proper stewardship of animals, land and the environment.

2000 visitors from across Ontario will pass through the gates of the beautiful DSC farm, located outside Guelph, to enjoy a special afternoon in the country for animal lovers of all ages. They will have terrific entertainment by local musicians, interactive donkey activities, and so much more. And of course, there will be lots and lots of donkeys.

Date: Sunday, June 13th, 2010
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada (DSC)
6981 Puslinch Conc.4, RR #6 - Guelph, ON N1H 6J3 - Google Maps
Tickets: Sold at the door only - $10.00/adult, $5.00/child (age: 3-18)

May 18th 2010 FastLane “Wine and Chocolate"

Repeating April 2009’s wine and chocolate theme, FastLane once again held the event to a great success.

Wineries and agents joined us for the evening; they did sampling a variety of wines that complemented the delicious hors d’oeuvres of the evening.

Thanks to all vendors and partners for making this event more tasty and fun, and Anthony Parazo for capturing those special moments.

Stay tuned for the next event!

Theme: Patio Party
Date: July 13th, 2010
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location: TBA

Renata Altrão & The Gatherings Team

Hope House fundraiser tonight!

The Hope House fundraiser was inspired by the Oscar winning film "Born into Brothels" and we are raising money to build a wonderful facility to help 100 girls from the red light district of Calcutta. Your support will allow girls to live in safety, receive an education, and escape their vicious life cycle.

There is a special BRING A FRIEND 2 for 1 ticket sales special.

For $100, receive two entrance tickets and one drink ticket per person (equal to $50 per person).

We have a terrific line-up for the evening including:

In Attendance
Oscar winning Director and Executive Producer flying into Toronto for the event.

Entertainment
Exclusive engagement with Hip Hop legend Maestro Fresh Wes from Los Angeles performing classics and new music (Let your Backbone Slide!).

Rare appearance by Juno nominated singer Ivana Santilli performing her R&B/pop hits.

World renowned DJ Rekha (as seen on CNN and David Letterman) from New York City with Dhol Circle drummers.

Drinks and Delicious Food
Tickets will also include two bevvies and catering by Babaluu Supperclub, Palais Royale, Cheesecake Lolli's and Couture Cupcakes.

And that's not all! Enter a world inspired by India's magic with Fantasy Lounge, Fortune Tellers and Tarot Card readers, a Maharani's Salon (Henna Beauty Bar & Make-up Artistry), Fashionistas Shopping Haven, Photography Expo, and much more!

Event Details
Date: Thursday, May 27, 2010
Time: 8:30pm - 12am
Location: Palais Royale, 1601 Lake Shore Boulevard W

To buy tickets http://torontohopehouse.eventbrite.com/ or telephone 647-801-3159.

VIP guest at Gatherings...

Guess who?
Spencer Miller!!
He came for a quick visit and spent the afternoon with us...it was great to chat with him, listen to his stories and ideas...he always inspiring and making people laugh.

Spencer Miller is a motivational speaker, hosts his own radio show called "Sounding Off With Spencer Miller", is an entrepreneur and author of the book "The Man Without Boundaries".

Essentially 'the book chronicles his life from growing up in a dysfunctional family, dealing with a debilitating affliction, fighting against the odds to become a voice in his community, to becoming the Ambassador to people with disabilities for the Hugh MacMillan center.

Thanks Spencer for the visit!
Renata Altrão & The Gatherings Team

Dragons' Den Brett Wilson and me...

Photo by Timothy Grotrian

I had the honour to meet and listen to Brett Wilson last week at The Rostie Rainy Lake.

He spoke to a group of students and business owners. His inspirational talk touched on entrepreneurship & goal setting.

W. Brett Wilson (born on July 1, 1957) is a Canadian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and panelist on the CBC Dragons' Den.

Known as the newest member of the CBC's Dragon's Den, Brett Wilson's knowledgeable, energetic and down-to-earth nature has endeared him to many. He has been a key player in the development and success of a number of investment-based companies including FirstEnergy Capital Corporation and the Prairie Merchant Corporation. Brett's extensive entrepreneurial experience, made him an ideal fit for the Dragon's Den, where he has offered invaluable advice, support and funding for a number of entrepreneurial ideas. In addition to his professional success, he is one of Canada's most significant philanthropists, having raised or helped to raise millions of dollars for non-profit organizations.

It was awesome to meet him :)

Kendra Court
Gatherings Event Planning